Shivaram Wildlife Sanctuary



Location: Adilabad district, Andhra Pradesh
Established In: 1987
Attraction: Fresh Water Crocodiles

Shivaram Wildlife Sanctuary of Andhra Pradesh is a total delight for nature lovers. Sited on the banks of River Godavari, the sanctuary is known for its population of fresh water crocodiles. This haven truly appears to be immersed in nature's beauty and splendor. Sprawled in an area of 36.29 sq km, the wildlife asylum lies at a distance of about 10 km, 50 km and 80 km from Manthani, Mancherial and Karimnagar, respectively.

Sivaram Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife preserve of its own kind, which boasts of exotic flora and fauna in India. It has deciduous vegetation, comprising of Teak, Timan, Gumpena, Terminalias, Kodsha and thorny shrubs. The sanctuary is home to fauna like Tiger, Panther, Langur, Rhesus Monkey, Sloth Bear, Wild Boar, Cheetal, Sambar, Chausingha, Nilgai, Python, etc. Established in 1987, the Sivaram Wildlife Sanctuary was initiated with a purpose of safeguarding crocodiles.

The main attraction of the sanctuary is made up of different species of Crocodiles. Here you can view numerous crocodiles basking in the sun. The Mugger Crocodile seen here is infact a fresh water crocodile that is found in the Indo-Gangetic Rivers like Godavari. Unlike the salt water crocodiles, the Muggers can crawl for substantial distances on land. This feature of the fresh water creatures has popularized them amongst the tourists.

A trip to Sivaram Wildlife Sanctuary would be best if it is planned in the winter season. The haven makes a great outing for dwellers of the region. While in the sanctuary, don't forget to move around the jungle in the jeeps available there. This jungle safari would definitely be an exciting and adventurous expedition for you. To put succinctly, Shivaram Wildlife Sanctuary is definitely a place that cannot you cannot afford to miss.

DIRECTIONS AND GENERAL HINTS

The Sivaram Wildlife Sanctuary is 50 kms. from Mancherial. Mancherail is 153 kms. from the District Headquarters of Adilabad. It is 10 kms. from Manthani in Karimnagar District and  80 kms. from Karimnagar District Headquarters. There are roads leading to the Sanctuary and is accessible by car, bus and other vehicles. Mancherial has the nearest railway station and the nearest airport is at Hyderabad, which is 241 kms.

The best time to visit the Sanctuary is in winter and the season starts from December to April. Accommodation can be booked in advance at the Forest Rest House at Mancherial or Eklaspur. Food is also provided at the place for the inmates but for the other visitors, it is advised that they carry their food with them. There are no restaurants near the Sanctuary. Care should also be taken not to throw garbage or litter the areas. The animals are not to be provoked at any cost since the crocodiles are carnivorous.

The entire splendor of the forest can be seen during winter. The climate of the Sanctuary is very eco friendly and the richness of lush vegetation can be seen during the season.

Care has to be taken on the visit to the Sanctuary and the visitors are advised to travel on jeeps provided or they may take their vehicles.

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